How much does a preschool teacher make in Boulder?
$46,530a year
Median yearly pay for preschool teachers in the Boulder, CO metro area. That is $22.37 an hour or $3,878 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.37
- Vs. national median
- +22%
- Rank among cities
- 31 of 383
- Jobs in the area
- 390
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,660Median: $46,530Highest 10%: $80,140
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,660 | $17.63 | |
| 25th | $44,000 | $21.15 | |
| Median | $46,530 | $22.37 | |
| 75th | $62,900 | $30.24 | |
| 90th | $80,140 | $38.53 |
Other cities in Colorado
Median yearly pay for preschool teachers.
| Denver, CO | $45,680 |
| Fort Collins, CO | $44,260 |
| Greeley, CO | $42,640 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $40,850 |
| Grand Junction, CO | $39,140 |
| Pueblo, CO | $38,880 |
Related jobs in Boulder
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Teacher and Instructor | $102,200 |
| Instructional Coordinator | $100,600 |
| Postsecondary Teacher | $99,360 |
| Special Education Teacher | $82,140 |
| Librarian and Media Collections Specialist | $81,550 |
| Secondary School Teacher | $81,450 |
| Psychology Teacher | $81,250 |
| Special Education Teacher | $80,960 |
| Special Education Teacher | $80,920 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $80,640 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a preschool teacher make an hour in Boulder?
The median hourly pay in the Boulder, CO metro area is $22.37 ($46,530 a year).
Do preschool teachers make more in Boulder than the national average?
Yes: $46,530 against $38,140 nationally, 22% more.
How does Boulder compare with the rest of Colorado?
The median in Colorado is $45,500, so Boulder pays 2% more.
Where does Boulder rank for preschool teacher pay?
31 of 383 metro areas with data.
How much does a preschool teacher make starting out in Boulder?
The lowest-paid 10% make $36,660 or less a year; the top 10% make $80,140 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.